Youth Counselor Salary in Austin, TX

Would you agree that one of the fundamental cornerstones of long-lasting success and perseverance is a healthy relationship? Whether this be with friends, co-workers, loved ones and/or family, healthy relationships help us thrive and truly motivate us to do our best each and every day. Lifeworks Resolution Counseling program is designed to help facilitate just that. The Resolution Counseling program is dedicated to creating a safe community by helping in ending domestic violence and advocating for relationships based on equality and respect. Resolution Counseling offers psycho-educational groups for adults who have been harmful towards their partners. If you are a counselor who believes in second chances or believes that everyone should have the opportunity to make positive changes in their lives to cultivate those positive, long-lasting relationships, then you’re in the right place! Keep reading for more details.  The PRN/Substitute Counselor position with Resolution Counseling is an excellent opportunity to gain and/or grow experience working with under-served populations. You can also expect to be working in a dynamic, innovative, strategic, and visionary organization, alongside experts in the field, and with a supportive leadership team. This is a PRN position without fixed hours; however, we are seeking someone available primarily Monday-Thursday from 5:30pm-8:30pm for approximately 12-15 hours per month. This position will receive a starting pay range of $27.16-$29.68 for those with a provisionary license per hour depending upon experience; and $32.98-$35.86 for those with advanced licensure per hour depending upon experience.  RESPONSIBILITIES  Provides in-person, curriculum-based psychoeducational group counseling services to individuals who have engaged in intimate partner violence on an as-needed basis, Provides crisis intervention and safety planning with clients based on individual client and program needs, Maintains timely, accurate documentation of all services in accordance with agency and funding requirements, Maintains a working understanding of and adheres to the guidelines of oversight entities including the program, agency, licensing, funder and/or accrediting body; adheres to TDCJ-CJAD BIPP Guidelines throughout service delivery, documentation, and reporting processes. Maintains compliance with required training hours in family violence and BIPP facilitation (training provided by agency), For Bilingual Spanish-service staff only:  Provides direct client services in Spanish and assists in special projects related to the Spanish speaking community. QUALIFICATIONS Requires a Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field; Holds initial licensure (ex: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A) or is able of obtain within 6 months of hire; Requires 6+ months direct clinical experience; or Equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual in Spanish/English. 1+ year of experience conducting conflict resolution groups, such as a BIPP program or similar. 40 hours of documented domestic violence training within the last two years. Certification to provide clinical supervision.  ABOUT LIFEWORKS With more than 50 years of experience working with youth experiencing homelessness, youth aging out of foster care, young adults, and young parents, we are a fearless advocate for youth and families seeking their path to self-sufficiency. Lifework's goal is to be able to provide clients with the resources they need a place to call home, the chance to heal, and the opportunity to learn and to work. We have one of the most comprehensive continuums of housing and support options for vulnerable youth in the country. We are committed to innovative problem solving, shared accountability and a relentless focus on achieving real, sustainable, and measurable results for the clients we serve. A career at LifeWorks offers opportunities to grow and develop your professional skills while making an immediate difference in the lives of youth and families in our community. See job description

Would you agree that one of the fundamental cornerstones of long-lasting success and perseverance is a healthy relationship? Whether this be with friends, co-workers, loved ones and/or family, healthy relationships help us thrive and truly motivate us to do our best each and every day. Lifeworks Resolution Counseling program is designed to help facilitate just that. The Resolution Counseling program is dedicated to creating a safe community by helping in ending domestic violence and advocating for relationships based on equality and respect. Resolution Counseling offers psycho-educational groups for adults who have been harmful towards their partners. If you are a counselor who believes in second chances or believes that everyone should have the opportunity to make positive changes in their lives to cultivate those positive, long-lasting relationships, then you’re in the right place! Keep reading for more details. This full time, exempt position earns a competitive starting pay rate ranging from $56,499.25 - $61,741.45 annually, for those with a provisionary license depending upon experience. For those with advanced licensure, the starting pay rate will range from $68,592.52-$74,586.04 depending upon experience. Benefits are also included, which consist of 24 PTO days per year (accrued); 15 paid holidays per year; a free employee medical plan with $100 per month HSA contribution (plus other affordable employee or family medical, dental, and vision options!); a retirement savings plan with 50% match on the first 6% of contributions, and much more!   RESPONSIBILITIES Provides in-person, curriculum-based psychoeducational group counseling services to individuals who have engaged in intimate partner violence on an as-needed basis, Provides crisis intervention and safety planning with clients based on individual client and program needs, Maintains timely, accurate documentation of all services in accordance with agency and funding requirements, Maintains a working understanding of and adheres to the guidelines of oversight entities including the program, agency, licensing, funder and/or accrediting body; adheres to TDCJ-CJAD BIPP Guidelines throughout service delivery, documentation, and reporting processes. Maintains compliance with required training hours in family violence and BIPP facilitation (training provided by agency), For Bilingual Spanish-service staff only:  Provides direct client services in Spanish and assists in special projects related to the Spanish speaking community. QUALIFICATIONS Requires a Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field; Holds initial licensure (ex: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A) or is able of obtain within 6 months of hire; Requires 6+ months direct clinical experience; or Equivalent combination of education and experience. ABOUT LIFEWORKS With more than 50 years of experience working with youth experiencing homelessness, youth aging out of foster care, young adults, and young parents, we are a fearless advocate for youth and families seeking their path to self-sufficiency. Lifework's goal is to be able to provide clients with the resources they need a place to call home, the chance to heal, and the opportunity to learn and to work. We have one of the most comprehensive continuums of housing and support options for vulnerable youth in the country. We are committed to innovative problem solving, shared accountability and a relentless focus on achieving real, sustainable, and measurable results for the clients we serve. A career at LifeWorks offers opportunities to grow and develop your professional skills while making an immediate difference in the lives of youth and families in our community.  See job description

Would you agree that one of the fundamental cornerstones of long-lasting success and perseverance is a healthy relationship? Whether this be with friends, co-workers, loved ones and/or family, healthy relationships help us thrive and truly motivate us to do our best each and every day. Lifeworks Resolution Counseling program is designed to help facilitate just that. The Resolution Counseling program is dedicated to creating a safe community by helping in ending domestic violence and advocating for relationships based on equality and respect. Resolution Counseling offers psycho-educational groups for adults who have been harmful towards their partners. If you are a counselor who believes in second chances or believes that everyone should have the opportunity to make positive changes in their lives to cultivate those positive, long-lasting relationships, then you’re in the right place! Keep reading for more details. This full time, exempt position earns a competitive starting pay rate ranging from $56,499.25 - $61,741.45 annually, for those with a provisionary license depending upon experience. For those with advanced licensure, the starting pay rate will range from $68,592.52-$74,586.04 depending upon experience. Benefits are also included, which consist of 24 PTO days per year (accrued); 15 paid holidays per year; a free employee medical plan with $100 per month HSA contribution (plus other affordable employee or family medical, dental, and vision options!); a retirement savings plan with 50% match on the first 6% of contributions, and much more!   RESPONSIBILITIES Provides in-person, curriculum-based psychoeducational group counseling services to individuals who have engaged in intimate partner violence on an as-needed basis, Provides crisis intervention and safety planning with clients based on individual client and program needs, Maintains timely, accurate documentation of all services in accordance with agency and funding requirements, Maintains a working understanding of and adheres to the guidelines of oversight entities including the program, agency, licensing, funder and/or accrediting body; adheres to TDCJ-CJAD BIPP Guidelines throughout service delivery, documentation, and reporting processes. Maintains compliance with required training hours in family violence and BIPP facilitation (training provided by agency), For Bilingual Spanish-service staff only:  Provides direct client services in Spanish and assists in special projects related to the Spanish speaking community. QUALIFICATIONS Requires a Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field; Holds initial licensure (ex: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A) or is able of obtain within 6 months of hire; Requires 6+ months direct clinical experience; or Equivalent combination of education and experience. ABOUT LIFEWORKS With more than 50 years of experience working with youth experiencing homelessness, youth aging out of foster care, young adults, and young parents, we are a fearless advocate for youth and families seeking their path to self-sufficiency. Lifework's goal is to be able to provide clients with the resources they need a place to call home, the chance to heal, and the opportunity to learn and to work. We have one of the most comprehensive continuums of housing and support options for vulnerable youth in the country. We are committed to innovative problem solving, shared accountability and a relentless focus on achieving real, sustainable, and measurable results for the clients we serve. A career at LifeWorks offers opportunities to grow and develop your professional skills while making an immediate difference in the lives of youth and families in our community.  See job description

Are you someone that thrives helping others? Do you see a need within the Austin community for youth and young adults to have consistent support, and a counselor they can turn to? Are you a counselor that loves to dive in with both feet and have your boots on the ground? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should keep reading because we have an opportunity for you!  So, what would you be doing as a Community-Based Counselor? Not only would you be providing counseling to transition-aged youth (16-26 years old) in Travis County with a history of trauma (including homelessness,) but you would be doing so within the very community where our clients reside. This program is unique in the approach that we will meet the client where they feel most comfortable. This position takes a special kind of counselor, which is why you’re here reading this now. This opportunity allows you to get directly involved in the everyday circumstances of our clients and create a true and lasting impact on their future. If you’re still interested, read below for further details! Accepting candidates with either provisional and/or advanced licensure. This full time, exempt position earns a competitive starting pay rate ranging from $56,499.25 - $61,741.45 annually, for those with a provisionary license depending upon experience. For those with advanced licensure, the starting pay rate will range from $68,592.52-$74,586.04 depending upon experience. Benefits are also included, which consist of 24 PTO days per year (accrued); 15 paid holidays per year; a free employee medical plan with $100 per month HSA contribution (plus other affordable employee or family medical, dental, and vision options!); a retirement savings plan with 50% match on the first 6% of contributions, and much more!   RESPONSIBILITIES Provides individual, couples, group, and/or family counseling based on program population. Focused 50-70% community-based services. Provides crisis intervention services with clients based on individual program needs. Administers client services which may include: initial and on-going assessment. diagnosis, session planning and treatment planning. record keeping. case management tasks as appropriate. evaluation of client progress. contacting and collaborating with internal and external collaterals. follow-up. Provides appropriate referrals; keeps apprised of available community resources. Maintains documentation of all services in accordance with agency and funding requirements. Provides community outreach as required by individual program. Follows licensure requirements as determined by program, agency, and/or grants. Maintains documentation of CEUs. Assists in program development, quality assurance, and special projects, such as conducting file reviews and actively engaging in program improvement projects. Provides support and supervision to interns as appropriate. Participates in agency and community committees which may include agency working groups or community collaboration initiatives as approved by supervisor. Attends team meetings, supervision, and clinical supervision. QUALIFICATIONS Requires a Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field; Holds initial licensure (ex: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A) or is able of obtain within 6 months of hire; Requires 6+ months direct clinical experience; or Equivalent combination of education and experience. ABOUT LIFEWORKS With more than 50 years of experience working with youth experiencing homelessness, youth aging out of foster care, young adults, and young parents, we are a fearless advocate for youth who are on journeys to lives they love and stability for themselves and their families. LifeWorks goal is to be able to provide clients with the resources they need a place to call home, the chance to heal, and the opportunity to learn and to work. We have one of the most comprehensive continuums of housing and support options for vulnerable youth in the country. We are committed to innovative problem solving, shared accountability and a relentless focus on achieving real, sustainable, and measurable results for the clients we serve. A career at LifeWorks offers opportunities to grow and develop your professional skills while making an immediate difference in the lives of youth and families in our community.  See job description